Easy-to-make recipes using wholesome ingredients, many of which can be adapted to fit dietary needs. Each recipe includes a grocery list!
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Day 1-
1
Burrito Bowls
These burrito bowls are quick, healthy, and full of fresh flavor—perfect for busy weeknights.
Grocery Items For Burrito Bowls:
- Lean ground turkey (1 lb)
- Low-sodium black beans (15 oz can)
- Roma tomatoes (2)
- Red onion
- Avocado (1)
- Jalapeno (1)
- Romaine lettuce (3 cups shredded)
- Sliced black olives (2.25 oz can)
- Reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend (1½ cups)
- Flour tortillas (4–5 small)
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime (1)
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Dried oregano
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Day 2-
2
One-Skillet Chicken and Rice
Tender chicken thighs cooked with rice and vegetables in a spicy, savory seasoning—one of our family’s favorite weeknight meals.
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Grocery Items For One-Skillet Chicken and Rice:
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs (4 large) or chicken breasts
- Yellow onion
- Jalapeno (1)
- Garlic clove (1)
- Red bell pepper (about ½)
- Celery stalk (1)
- Long-grain white rice (1 cup)
- Low-sodium chicken stock (2¼ cups)
- Fresh parsley
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Italian seasoning
- Mrs. Dash seasoning blend
- Salt and pepper
Day 3-
3
Quick Minestrone Soup
A comforting bowl of minestrone loaded with vegetables, beans, tender pasta, and a rich tomato broth—perfect for chilly days.
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Grocery Items for Minestrone Soup:
- Onion
- Garlic clove (1)
- Carrots (2 large)
- Celery stalks (2)
- Zucchini (2 small)
- Crushed Italian tomatoes (28 oz can)
- Low-sodium vegetable broth (32 oz)
- Red kidney beans (14 oz can)
- Elbow macaroni (gluten-free or regular)
- Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- Dried parsley
- Salt and pepper
Day 4-
4
Enchilada Casserole with Toasted Corn Chips
A hearty, comforting casserole layered with ground turkey, beans, mild sauce, tortillas, and cheese—finished with a crunchy toasted corn chip topping.
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Grocery Items for Enchilada Casserole with Toasted Corn Chips:
- Lean ground turkey (1 lb)
- Yellow onion
- Taco seasoning (1 pkg)
- Mild enchilada sauce (10 oz can)
- Rotel diced tomatoes & green chiles (10 oz can)
- Salsa Verde (7 oz can)
- Black beans (15 oz can)
- Reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend (8 oz pkg)
- Corn tortillas (12)
- Corn chips (1 cup)
Extra Toppings:
- Green onions
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Limes
- Sour cream
- Fresh salsa
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Non-stick cooking spray
Day 5-
5
15-Minute Fried Rice
A quick, flavorful fried rice you can make in about 15 minutes—great for using up leftovers.
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Grocery Items for 15-Minute Fried Rice:
- Leftover cooked pork or chicken (1 cup chopped)
- Egg (1)
- Celery stalk (1)
- Asparagus (½ cup, optional)
- Carrots (2)
- Cabbage (1 cup chopped)
- Green onions (4)
- Rice pilaf mix or 2 cups leftover rice
Pantry Items:
- Olive oil
- Sesame oil
- Soy sauce
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
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